Michael Capellas
Overview
Michael Capellas is an American angel investor and entrepreneur based in Atlanta, Georgia. He is the founder and CEO of Capellas Partners, a strategic technology advisory firm that provides guidance to companies in technology development and manufacturing. Capellas has a diverse background in the technology sector, having held executive roles at several prominent companies. He served as CEO and Chairman of Compaq Computer Corporation, where he led the company to become a global leader in computer servers. Following the merger with Hewlett-Packard, he became President of the combined entity. In 2002, Capellas was appointed Chairman and CEO of WorldCom, later rebranded as MCI, where he successfully transformed the company into the world's largest carrier of internet traffic. After MCI's acquisition by Verizon, he became Chairman and CEO of First Data Corporation, a global leader in payments and electronic commerce. From 2009 to 2012, Capellas was the Founding Chairman and CEO of VCE, a joint venture between Cisco, EMC, and VMware, focusing on cloud computing solutions. Throughout his career, Capellas has demonstrated a commitment to driving technological innovation and corporate transformation. His investment philosophy centers on supporting companies that are at the forefront of technological advancements and have the potential to lead in their respective markets. Capellas' extensive experience in executive leadership and strategic advisory roles enables him to provide valuable insights and guidance to the companies he invests in, fostering growth and innovation in the technology sector.
Investment Focus
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Strong management teams
- Clear market differentiation
- Potential for significant market impact
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about Michael Capellas
What sectors does Michael Capellas invest in?
Michael Capellas invests in Financial Services, Technology, Telecommunications, Software, E-commerce and Artificial Intelligence, and is based in Georgia, United States. Michael Capellas is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Michael Capellas invest at?
Michael Capellas backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Michael Capellas invest in?
Michael Capellas invests across United States.
What companies has Michael Capellas invested in?
Michael Capellas's portfolio includes Wethos AI.
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